A Life Care Plan, for individuals who have experienced a catastrophic injury or have chronic health care needs, is a dynamic document based upon published standards of practice, comprehensive assessment, data, analysis and research. These plans provide an organized course of action for current and future needs with associated costs.  A Life Care Plan generally covers people suffering, as a result of:

• Amputations
• Aneurysm
• Anoxic and Hypoxic Brain Injuries
• Autism
• Birth Injuries
• Blindness
• Brachial Plexus Injury
• Burns
• Cerebral Palsy
• Concussion
• Chronic Pain
• Deafness
• Emphysema
• Slip and Fall
• Guillain-Barre Syndrome
• Hand Surgery
• Medical Malpractice
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Orthopedic Injuries
• Personal Injury
• Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Stroke
• Traumatic Brain Injuries



A well-developed life care plan can provide patients with recommendations which promote independence and an improved  quality-of-life.  A Life Care Plan is designed to project future patient care and life-sustenance costs.   The Life Care Plan documents the projected cost of future medical care and services, allowing insurance companies to proactively manage cases and contain costs, while setting sufficient services. 

Litigation of a catastrophic injury case may require medical care cost projections for settlement. Increasingly, Life Care Plans are being used for impaired or elderly dependents to assure appropriate funding for quality care in the absence of close family. Implementation of the plan, by a knowledgeable case manager, is equally important as the preparation of the plan. PROSPECTUS ensures a thorough plan development, with compassionate and competent implementation.

A well-researched and highly comprehensive life care plan is needed to corroborate the data included in the document. A personal interview with the patient (if possible) and their significant others (family, friends, caregivers, etc.) is performed to develop specifics regarding past medical, social, vocational, educational, and family history. A broad, consistent method of life care plan preparation is crucial, including medical records review, patient assessment, research, data analysis, detailed verification, as well as teamwork and coordination with medical and legal professionals.

Research is especially necessary when long-term care is required, because several factors (extent of injury, limitations, economics, etc.) can affect costs overtime. Data analysis is a pivotal phase where the gathered information is re-examined and evaluated for validity, accuracy and relevance. Projected costs and frequency of needed goods and services have to cover the estimated life span, which includes consideration of the person's age and progressive aging.

 Aspects considered in creating a Life Care Plan:

• Aids for Independent Function
• Diagnostic Testing / Educational Assessment
• Future Medical Care
• Therapeutic Modalities
• Home Care / Facility Care
• Home Furnishings and Accessories
• Health Maintenance and/or Leisure 
• Medication and Supply
• Orthopedic Equipment Needs
• Potential Medical Complications
• Assistive Technology
• Projected Evaluations
• Transportation
• Vocational / Educational Plan
• Wheelchair, Accessories and Maintenance
• Architectural Considerations

A vocational assessment may be specially requested to address the loss of earning capacity and vocational rehabilitation needs through use of an external consultant.  Economic considerations can also be requested through use of an external consultant.